T-Dot Fashion

E for Etro

2010-08-31T12:28:00.000-04:00

I love Etro's FW collection for it's lengthy peaks at '30s silhouettes, extravagant travels, and opulent eccentricity. There were mandarin collars on dresses, and the rather lengthy set included classic pieces like a great suit, a sharply tailored coat, pencil skirts, trousers and satin dresses. Textures & Prints: There were lots of silk, satin rich prints, animal prints like leopard and

D for Dries Van Noten

2010-08-27T15:55:00.000-04:00

The Dries Van Noten collection is an ode to a militaristic fusion of '50s silhouettes with a nod to '60s war zone detailing. I can't stop gabbing about Dries, I know, and it gets tiring to some after a while but he's got a way of presenting his collection in an evergreen, classic style, although his individual pieces are not. It's in this individuality that sets his style apart from others in

Chic gadgets for Tech Cases: Part II

2010-08-25T23:26:00.000-04:00

ClassicCole Haan Kindle DX Hand-Stained White Patent Crocodile Print Cover ($140, View) Kroo Black Vertical Classic Netbook Case ($50, View) And More... RexRegina Nouveau Harrison Blackberry Case ($50 in Croc Leather & Sand Pebble Grain Leather, View) ...And For your Uber XX Chromosomes Diane Von Furstenberg Kallie Leather Kindle Clutch ($165, View) Cambridge Satchel Company

Chic Cases for Tech Gadgets

2010-08-23T19:24:00.002-04:00

It's cool to be a geek these days, especially with the downpour of portable technologies one doesn't want to be left behind without a dabble into the enticing world of smart phones, tablet computers, and e-readers. Here are a few chic accessories to give your digital accessories an imprint of your iconic taste. The Minimalist Cool Bananas Netbook Envelope Case ($29 in Black, White or Brown

C for Cacharel

2010-07-21T18:55:00.001-04:00

Metamorphosis is one word that comes to mind when viewing the Cacharel Fall/Winter collection in detail. The show begins with a dark palette with nary a bright colour anywhere. Soon enough you begin to get a peek of a flaming bright print here and there, under a belted ebony coat and peaking out on a collar. Although it seems like they took a slump there, for the few last seasons, I'm ever so

B for Bottega

2010-07-14T17:51:00.001-04:00

Bottega Veneta's Fall collection is quite a jump away from Thomas Maier's previous collections. The Bottega woman now imbibes a younger, tough-girl chic look with a definite '80s corporate appeal. I never thought I'd live to see Alexander Wang and Bottega share a common client image, but as it happens, Bottega's slant now provides for a refreshing chapter. Everything from the straight

B for Balenciaga & Bottega Veneta

2010-04-12T19:25:00.000-04:00

As seasons pass, I'm being further drawn to Nicholas Ghesquiere's consistent take on modernity. Our crisp, minimal, and bright future, I hope, will be as is envisioned by Ghesquiere. In this collection, there was a huge emphasis on colour and material. One would assume by looking at what is synthetic foam & reworked sleeping bags that the fabric was designed to sustain some unforseen

A for Alexander (the Great) McQueen

2010-04-05T14:46:00.003-04:00

It's unduly difficult to mention the new fall collection without an ode to the late Alexander McQueen's final collection, not that anyone wants to. As the 40-year old was hailed a prodigy long before he died, permitting no one to suggest that his death made him Picasso-esquely more famous. In this collection, he took royalty to a new level featuring references to the Eastern Roman Empire, with

Love Resort-Wear when the first of the Frost Melts

2010-02-02T19:58:00.007-04:00

First of all, I'd like to apologize for the abysmal delay in regular posts. There's been a lot going on in my life as of late, but I swear I'll write more. Now that you sound like a long-distance lover from the trenches in war; Dear John, I've been trying to develop ways in which my street style photographs will look more innovative and less tired. Bear with me, will you? Now that I've got you

Toronto Street Style 101: Queen and Church

2010-01-07T16:56:00.001-04:00

A belated happy new year to all. I've been on the prowl for some fabulous street style pictures to commence this new year in style, while also trekking through the great West Coast (visiting Seattle and Vancouver). Last week I came back to find.... snow. And lots of it. The silver lining being that it was perfect opportunity to break out my new mid-length moto boots with ass-kicking metal

Some Details from Bottega Veneta Spring 2010

2009-12-18T19:29:00.009-04:00

One of my favourite shows from Spring 2010 was Bottega Veneta's fresh take on white and neutral canvas, and I loved that it fully welcomed individual interpretation by means of accessories. I bet this will be a thorough change from the overly embellished outfits and textures of 2009. In the way of accessories, a screaming theme, 'chic peasant' is hardly ignorable, and seeing an exaggerated take

Pre-Fall 2010 Alexander Wang

2009-12-09T06:30:00.006-04:00

Minimal Sport It seems like Wang's edgy downtown party girl gets serious next fall.I adore that it's almost completely of black with select pops of white and taupe and that he used a wide mix of textures & fabrics such as heavy knits in sheer. It's absolutely heavy on the sombre, androgynous look of black and it seems to bring his otherwise rough girl some polish.If there is a designer that

Erikson Beamon

2009-11-17T23:37:00.004-04:00

What catches my eye these days, especially in the accessory department, is something that is bold, modern but still just as artistic as it is feminine. Last year, that position was strongly held in my heart by the Jil Sander and Damiani collaboration earrings. Jil Sander, SS09 This year, I've felt a strong, definitely explicable attraction towards all things Erikson Beamon. I'll let these

Maternal Inspiration

2009-11-10T17:26:00.000-04:00

I was very inspired by a recent Fashionista post about our mothers, the way they shape our views on fashion and furthermore, the inspiration we can draw from their pictures. It just makes sense, since better than looking at other women, we can draw direct inspiration from things we know will work with our body shape... who would have a more similar genetic code? I love that along with habits, I

Joe Fresh's fresh collection

2009-11-04T22:26:00.001-04:00

Joe Mimran & Coco Rocha FW09/10 When it comes to city wear, Joe Mimran's aesthetic has been devoted to the Toronto/Manhattan lifestyles as far as I can remember. He gained popularity while based in Toronto designing for Club Monaco, so it should fit that his next venture start from the very same city and follow with a substantial cult following. Joe Fresh launched in 2006 with Loblaws, a chain

Supermodel Campaigns

2009-11-03T21:32:00.005-04:00

Claudia Schiffer for Yves Saint Laurent Manifesto There has been a steep jump in the number of '90s supermodels in designer campaigns since 2008. Although Kate Moss hadn't really left the industry to begin with, we've seen a reemergence of supermodels for campaigns like Christy Turlington(YSL), Yasmin Lebon, Eva Herzgova, Naomi Campbell and Linda Evangelista. The current top runway models,

One of My Favourite Perfumes

2009-11-02T19:37:00.003-04:00

If I were to choose one perfume for life, I have to confess that it'd be a huge challenge. I live for change and the fact that I usually have 2-4 beauty products on rotation for a regular basis definitely shows for it (and so does my bank account). There are, however, a couple perfumes that I keep coming back to, much like an old friend. One of my favourite would be Chanel's Coco Mademoiselle.

October Photo Recap

2009-10-30T21:50:00.002-04:00

@ Sonia Rykiel Karla Otto & Alice Rawsthorn @ Marc Newson & Charlotte Stockdale's Mary-Kate Olsen shopping in NYC Daphne Guinness @ V Mag's Mario De Janeiro party @ Alexander McQueen Michelle Williams in NYC I haven't been able to post as frequently for a little while because of something I've been trying to sort out, but I promise to post more often & with more novel, involving topics. A

Keep an eye on...

2009-10-28T18:24:00.003-04:00

(Seen here on the Cover of Vogue China & Miu Miu SS10) Shu Pei. Her exquisitely shaped face is seen in the new Prada campaign & she was all over Paris & Milan Fashion Week, walking for the likes of Giles, Chanel, Alexander McQueen(& more), showing us she's not a face to be skipped. Litterally. Photos courtesy of Models & Style.

Toronto Fashion Week 2010: Joe Fresh

2009-10-23T22:43:00.003-04:00

This season, it seems like the Joe Fresh line took their name literally, since everything seen on the runway this week was entirely fresh & organic-looking. The colours, predominantly white, yellow and pink, were seemingly like a perfect choice to emphasize the airy & sheer look of the collection. I adore the little high-waisted underwear, (I assume) worn as shorts, the crocheted jacket & the

Greta Constantine

2009-10-21T23:37:00.001-04:00

Toronto Fashion Week launched this past Monday. I usually keep my eyes out for the Greta Constantine show among all, as the clothes in this line (including the men's version of the very same, Ezra Constantine) are always made of excellent quality and usually with exceptionally original materials. This season, the designers Kirk Pickersgill and Stephen Wong took their creativity to the next

Beloved Style Icons: Past

2009-10-16T19:43:00.001-04:00

I truly love a risk-taker. Fashion eccentrics who made dressing up fun, are exactly what got me interested in fashion. I will guiltily admit that I observe trends (though few as they may be) and I'd like that to change, but I still constantly adhere to my personal taste & style as it evolves. So it makes perfect sense that the women I admire in a purely aesthetic manner dress & style themselves

Accessories for October

2009-10-14T05:58:00.000-04:00

1. Rachel Comey Muff Clutch, Gargyle 2. Something Else Long Tassle Scarf, La Garçonne 3. Erichson Beamon Blade Runner Earrings 4. Karen Walker Sunglasses 5. House of Holland For Pretty Polly The Mock Stockings, ASOS 6. Phillipe Audibert Gold Plated Chain Link Bracelet, Net-a-Porter

Valentino: The Next Generation

2009-10-08T21:52:00.004-04:00

The new Valentino collection took my breath away on a very primal level. Everything was so organic in it's textures, flow and fabric that it was an otherworldly experience to simply view each piece. I’ve never been a hardcore Valentino enthusiast. Shocked? Valentino's legacy although unquestionable & reverent-worthy, personally didnt have me as a devout follower of the House. I used to find

Chanel: Nip in the Haystack.

2009-10-07T18:31:00.005-04:00

Perusing the Chanel spring 2010 collection, had me more confused than any show this season. Here's what transpired in my head: 1. Great concept, it's comforting in an odd way one never expected Chanel could be. 2. Those shoes are hilarious. Platform clogs with a cocktail dress? Go on. 3. I love the bell-shaped silhouettes on those incredible dresses. Incredibly modern on what I figure Marie